NOTE emphasizes general product information worthy of special attention. Whenever you have questions or need service, contact your local authorized Toro Distributor. In addition to having a complete line of accessories and professional turf care service technicians, the distributor has a complete line of genuine TORO replacement parts to keep your machine operating properly.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The GROUNDSMASTER 455-D was tested and 8. Since diesel fuel is highly flammable, handle it certified by TORO for compliance with the carefully: B71.4-1999 specifications of the American National A. Use an approved fuel container. Standards Institute. Although hazard control and B.
31. If major repairs are ever needed or assistance is 21 DON’T TAKE AN INJURY RISK! When a person or desired, contact an Authorized Toro Distributor. pet appears unexpectedly in or near the mowing area, 32. To reduce potential fire hazard, keep engine area STOP MOWING.
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS The following safety and instruction decals are affixed to the cutting unit. If any decal becomes illegible or damaged, install a new decal. Part numbers are listed below and in your Parts Catalog. UNDER DECK COVERS (3) (Part No.
Specifications and design subject to change idlers. without notice. LOOSE PARTS CHART Description Qty. Decks straps Wear plate Mount deck straps to deck Capscrew Locknut Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro...
SET–UP INSTRUCTIONS MOUNTING CUTTING UNIT TO TRACTION UNIT (Fig. 1–3) Note: Before installing cutting unit on a used traction unit, inspect lift arm ball joints to make sure they are not worn or damaged. Replace, if necessary. 1. With cutting unit on a level surface, move traction unit into position, aligning drive shaft yoke with gear box input shaft and lift arm ball joints with mounting holes in castor arms.
BEFORE OPERATING CHECK LUBRICANT IN GEAR BOX (Fig. 4) The gear box is designed to operate on SAE 80–90 wt. gear lube. Although the gear box is shipped with lubricant from the factory, initially, check the level before operating the cutting unit and every 50 hours thereafter. Check daily for signs of oil loss.
BEFORE OPERATING SAFETY DOORS (Fig. 8) On each side of the center deck is a safety door that opens and closes as the wing decks are lowered and raised (Fig. 8). The doors open to provide overlap of the cutting blades when the wing units are down. The doors close to provide safety and protection when the wing units are raised.
WARNING: Cutting deck breakaway system is equipped with a highly compressed spring. If spring removal or repair is required, contact your local authorized Toro Distributor for assistance.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Select The Proper Height–of–cut Setting To Suit Mow At Proper Intervals – Under most normal Conditions – Remove approximately one inch or no conditions you’ll need to mow approximately every 4–5 more than 1/3 of the grass blade when cutting. In days.
LUBRICATION GREASING (Fig. 9–13) The cutting unit has grease fittings that must be lubricated regularly with No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base Grease. If machine is operated under normal conditions, lubricate all grease fittings after every 25 hours of operation. Lubricate all grease fittings immediately after every washing, regardless of interval listed.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE Note: Although not required for normal maintenance procedures, the cutting unit may be pivoted (tilted) to a upright position. Should you desire to tilt the cutting unit, use the following procedure: To Pivot (Tilt) Cutting Unit Upright: 6.
MAINTENANCE 3. Line up holes in yoke and input shaft of gear box. Slide yoke onto shaft and secure together with socket head screws. Torque screws to 20–25 ft–lb. 4. Start engine, raise center cutting unit slightly, so rear deck straps can be mounted on lift arm brackets. Stop engine after cutting unit is raised.
MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING BELT TENSION (Fig. 21) Each cutting unit drive belt is individually tensioned by a self tensioning spring loaded idler. When the idlers are properly adjusted, the black plastic sleeve should be .12” to .25” from the edge of the idler support. When .50” of the plastic sleeve is exposed, an adjustment is required.
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MAINTENANCE To Remove Wing Deck Belts To Remove Center Deck Belt 2. To relieve tension on wing belt, pull back on idler 5. To relieve tension on center deck belt, pull back on pulley until holes in idler adjustor tube and tube sleeve idler pulley until holes in idler adjustor tube and tube are aligned.
MAINTENANCE 13. Remount clutch rod to deck with hair pin cotter and 2. Remove HOC cap and spacer(s) from top of castor plug clutch connector into harness. spindle. 14. While holding idler pulley adjustor in position, 3. Pull castor spindle out of mounting tube. Allow carefully remove capscrew securing idler adjustor tube spacer(s) to remain on bottom of spindle.
If wear is noticed (Fig. 31–B), replace the blade is out–of–balance or if the blade is bent. Always blade: refer to Blade Removal and Installation, page 40. use genuine TORO replacement blades to be sure of safety optimum performance.
9. Store machine with wing decks lowered. IDENTIFICATION AND ORDERING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER To order replacement parts from an authorized TORO Distributor, supply the following information: The model and serial number is on a plate that is 1. Model and serial numbers of the machine.
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.